WiSH and Soroptimist International of Valencia Collaboration

ASCEND

ACHIEVE. SUCCEED. CONFIDENCE. EMPOWER. NURTURE. DRIVE.

A REIMAGINATION OF
WISH’S
“WOMEN & GIRLS IN BUSINESS”
AND
SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL OF VALENCIA’S
“DREAM IT BE IT”

We welcome all young women (and young men!) to join us for a very special conference. Ideal for 7-12 graders.

ASCEND

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26TH

SAUGUS HIGH SCHOOL PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

9am – 1pm

Light breakfast
Welcome
Speakers, with breaks/snacks

Junior High and High School can be at once academically strenuous, socially uplifting, an emotional rollercoaster fraught with questions about ourselves and our future. Where am I headed? What are my options? How do I get there? How do I find and maintain the drive and confidence to achieve my goals?

Rather than build obstacles that stand in your way, come listen to strong, successful women from a wide variety of fields as they share with you what it takes to be strong, practice self-care, and find the confidence and drive to be successful and achieve your dreams.

REGISTRATION IS FREE, Online through 10/24 at 7pm

Parking is available in all Saugus High lots

Please enter through the gates to the right of the PAC

Thank you to our sponsors:

Questions?  Email Christy Alben at
christyalben@gmail.com

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Ascend Speakers

   Karema Chantasirivisal
Process Development Manager, Boston Scientific

Karema is a Process Development Manager at Boston Scientific with 15+ years of experience optimizing medical device manufacturing. She is a proud mother of two boys with a degree in Chemical Engineering, and is passionate about driving innovation that improves lives every day. 

  Durressa Powers
Personal Trainer & Owner of Hardcore Fitness in Burbank

After spending most of her life climbing the corporate ladder in the Entertainment Industry, Durressa Powers decided to career shift to follow her passion, which is helping others reach goals through fitness. She opened her own “transformation gym” called Hardcore Fitness in Burbank, transforming many lives, including her own. Beginnning at age 49, Durressa has now competed in 7 National Physique Committee (NPC) body building competitions. This woman believes in no limits at any age, and challenging yourself is essential.

   Heather DeAngelis
LCSW, CEAP, Licensed Psychotherapist

Heather DeAngelis, LCSW, CEAP, is a licensed psychotherapist with expertise in assessing and treating ADHD and anxiety. She holds a Master’s degree in Social Work from Columbia University and an Advanced Certificate in Family & Couples Therapy from the prestigious Ackerman Institute for the Family in New York City.

    Samantha Morrow
Marketing Director, Hello Auto Group

By the age of 21, Samantha had already become a Marketing Director and, at 23, she now manages the marketing and branding for Hello Auto Group, which holds a collection of Subaru, Mazda and Kia Dealerships.  She holds a bachelor’s degree in Marketing and Graphic Design, with a strong adaptability to AI and branding.

    Olga Campbell
Senior Associate, 300 Financial Group

At the root of everything that Olga does is a heart to help, inspire and empower others. From being a devoted mom to triplets, now young adults, to helping people create security in retirement through financial planning. As a Broker with 300Financial Group, Olga guides in creating generational wealth and financial freedom. Her ongoing passion and zeal continue with her commitment to empowering women and girls in our community as a board member with Soroptimist International of Valencia, Director of SIV Dream It Be It Program and involvement in various other community organizations.

    Nadine Young
Founder/CEO Move Nourish Breathe

Nadine began her career at an early age and a bit by accident. Later she realized it was not by accident but by fate that her path led her into the world of wellness. Nadine was a dancer from the age of 2 through college, and had a keen awareness of nutrition. At the same time she struggled with health issues that later turned out to be severe allergies and autoimmune conditions. Early in her career working in a gym, Nadine worked with clients on training and nutrition, helping her clients succeed. Through her own personal struggles, Nadine began to grow her knowledge of the connection between food and disease, finding her niche in functional nutrition. Nadine has found passion in working with teens, and she has received many accolades including Nutritionist of the Year and lululemon Ambassador.

Keynote Speaker:
    Jessica Campbell
Owner, PO3 Agency
Hart High School Graduate

Jessica Campbell is a visionary entrepreneur, mentor, and speaker based in Los Angeles. As the CEO of PO3 Agency, she is an award winning marketing and creative director, specializing in innovative social strategy for talent, brands, and events across the sports and entertainment industries. Her clients include Grammy winners, professional athletes, public figures, podcasts and notable brands.

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